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Corian

in Healthcare

www.corian.co.ukwww.corian.com

Hygienic:

Corian

installations are homogeneous,non-porous and free of open joints.

Easy to clean:

Large work surfaces and integratedbowls without any visible joints areexceptionally easy to clean.

Stain resistant:

As it is non-porous, Corian

preventsinfiltration by liquids, fluids andchemical products (acids, bases andreagents).

Lasting and renewable:

Corian

is extremely sturdy and ableto withstand wear and tear over time.The installation can be repaired onsite so that it always looks in primecondition, while keeping the extentof the work to a minimum.

Non-toxic:

Corian

is an inert, non-toxic andhypoallergenic material. As such, it isused for delicate applications such ascladding the walls and work surfacesin operating areas, clean rooms andintensive care units.In the event of fire, it has the flame-retardant properties of aluminium-tri-hydrate and does not release asingle molecule of halogen gases.

Complies with codes and regulations:

Corian

is an excellent choice f or areas that must meet the moststringent regulatory standards,for example food-handling areas.

DuPont™ Corian

warranty:

All installations fitted by a memberof the DuPont Quality Network arecovered by a 10-year limited installedwarranty: an assurance of the qualityand long-term cost-effectiveness of your investment.

OUR HEALTH IS OUR MOST PRECIOUS POSSESSION ANDTHEREFORE DESERVES THE BEST OF CARE. DUPONT™ CORIAN

PROMISES BOTH COMFORT AND EFFECTIVENESS.

Managers of hospitals, clinics, laboratories and consulting rooms today recognisethe importance for both patients and their visitors of a pleasant reception and careenvironment. Corian

combines an attractive appearance with effective, reliableperformance, allowing it to meet both the health requirements of a medical institution(fighting against cross-infection and ensuring hygiene) and the patients’ and nursingstaff’s need for comfort.Thanks to its durability and the ease with which it can be repaired on site,Corian

retains its value over the years, representing a long-term investmentin line with the brand image and the quality of your institution.

The assets of Corian

in the field of medicine

The hygienic performance of Corian

has also been certified by independent German organisation LGA QualiTest GmbH.A stringent range of tests assessing stability against bacteria and fungi, ease of cleaning and design rating from a hygiene standpoint,showed that Corian® was superior to many conventional materials used in healthcare.

CORIAN

IN THE OPERATING THEATREAND THE PREVENTION OF CROSS-INFECTION

Asepsis guaranteed

In operating areas, asepsis is the top priority.The non-porosity of Corian

, its lack of open jointsand the rounded corners that can be created using thismaterial guarantee that it is extremely easy to clean,both for horizontal surfaces and for walls and specificapplications.Corian

can be used to equip new operating theatresand to renovate existing surgery units.

The assets of Corian

in the operating theatre:

Premises:

–hygienic –extremely easy to clean and maintain –complete absence of joints –inner corners rounded by thermoforming –easy to install and repair –can be installed simply by coveringexisting surfaces

Surgical benches (dry and wet):

–hygienic –customised configuration(single, double or triple unit)

Endoscopic equipment:

–highly resistant to aggressive substances –prevents formation of bacteria, easy to disinfect

Corian

and cross-infections

The hygienic qualities of Corian

reduce thepossibility of cross-infection to a minimum inall areas requiring optimum levels of hygiene.The non-porosity of the material, togetherwith its lack of open joints, prevents the formationof bacteria while facilitating the cleaning of theinstallation.